18.75 LB GIANT! Inside the Bass That Won BAM at Rollins Lake

Go Fishing February 23, 2026 2 views
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An 18.75-pound bass. A tournament win. A moment that shook Rollins Lake.

In this episode, Denis interviews Damian Thao about targeting bedding fish to win the BAM Kayak Series at Rollins Lake. Damian’s personal-best bass — an unbelievable 18.75-pound giant — would have easily set a new lake record if not for California regulations prohibiting live fish transport.

🏆 Final Standings:
🥇 Damian Thao
🥈 Donald Bailey
🥉 Ivan Lee

🎣 In This Interview You’ll Learn:

How Damian targeted bedding bass strategically

The setup and presentation that sealed the win

Handling tournament pressure

Gear breakdown including line choice

🧵 Line Matters
When you’re hooked into a fish of this caliber, failure isn’t an option. The right line, right drag, and right control make all the difference when landing a bass of this size.

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💬 Drop a comment: Would this have been the new lake record?